Azerbaijan has enabled the safe evacuation of foreign nationals, including Russian artists and filmmakers, from Iran amid the unfolding crisis.
In light of the escalating situation in Iran, several countries have begun evacuating their citizens. Responding to official requests, the Republic of Azerbaijan is facilitating these evacuations by allowing individuals to transit through its territory from Iran.
Among those who have safely crossed the Azerbaijani-Iranian border are members of Russia’s Pyotr Tchaikovsky Grand Symphony Orchestra, a 51-member delegation, and nearly 90 actors and cultural figures. The group includes the renowned film director and People’s Artist of the Russian Federation, Fyodor Bondarchuk.
Bondarchuk expressed his gratitude for Azerbaijan’s support:
“First and foremost, I want to thank President Ilham Aliyev for the unprecedented assistance in crossing the border between Iran and Azerbaijan. There are 90 people in our group — everyone is safe and healthy, and right now they are crossing the border. Thank you for the support and attention that, I know, was given to our group. Truly, this was a big deal.”
Producer Timur Jafarov, who was part of the group, also shared his experience:
“We traveled for a very long time and stayed here for a long time, practically in a holding area on the Iranian side. It’s clear what the situation is there — they’re all just as confused and unsure about what’s happening. A huge thank you. This feels like home — and that feeling is incredible.”
Azerbaijan’s efforts are part of a broader humanitarian initiative to support international evacuation operations, ensuring the safety and well-being of those affected by the crisis in Iran.
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